Paying tribute to Ms Battle, who he called a heroine , fellow Caerphilly Plaid Cymru councillor Lindsay Whittle said: “To say she was involved in her community would be an understatement. Book clubs, Aber Valley Arts, Undercurrents and the festival all benefitted from her tireless work. He added: “I shall forever be in her debt for her encouragement throughout my political life. Wales is in her debt. “To John bach and of course her son Gareth and daughter Ceri and grandchildren we in Wales owe you. Thank you for lending us this kind and gentle warrior to our cause. Menna you will live in our hearts forever.”